CRH has posted a strong set of third-quarter trading results. The Irish global building materials heavyweight saw its Q3 2025 total revenues reach US$11.1 billion (Q3 2024: $10.5 billion), 5% ahead of the prior-year period, driven by positive demand, strong commercial execution, and contributions from acquisitions.
Further figures show CRH’s net income of $1.5 billion (Q3 2024: $1.4 billion) was 9% ahead of the prior year, reflecting a strong underlying operating performance. Adjusted EBITDA of $2.7 billion (Q3 2024: $2.5 billion) increased by 10% as a result of continued pricing momentum, good contributions from acquisitions and further operational efficiencies.
During the quarter, CRH completed nine acquisitions for a total consideration of $2.5 billion, enabled by CRH’s unmatched scale, connected portfolio, and proven growth capabilities. As part of its ongoing share buyback program and reflecting the financial strength of CRH, the Company returned $1.1 billion of cash to shareholders year-to-date and is commencing an additional $0.3 billion tranche to be completed no later than February 17, 2026.
Jim Mintern, Chief Executive Officer, said: “CRH delivered a strong third quarter performance driven by favourable underlying demand, positive pricing momentum and further contributions from acquisitions. We are pleased to reaffirm Net income and raise our Adjusted EBITDA guidance for 2025, representing another record year for CRH. Our superior strategy, connected portfolio and leading performance continue to deliver higher sales, profits and margins.
“Backed by our robust balance sheet and strong cash generation, we have invested $4.7 billion in growth investments year-to-date while returning approximately $1.8 billion to our shareholders through dividends and share buybacks. We have completed 27 acquisitions year-to-date, including the acquisition of Eco Material Technologies, and continue to see an active pipeline of value-accretive opportunities supported by infrastructure megatrends across our key growth platforms. Looking ahead to 2026, we expect favourable market dynamics and the continued execution of our strategy to underpin another year of growth and shareholder value creation.”
